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Leica’s Historic Connection with Chicago: The launch of a new store and gallery

The new Chicago Leica Boutique and Gallery celebrates the opening with three days of events, exhibitions, and the launch of a Chicago limited edition Leica M11-P in a historic location.

Columbus Day in Chicago: Celebrating Italian Heritage

The article describes Columbus Day celebrations in Chicago, characterized by a vibrant parade with Italian flags, and numerous Ferraris.

Chicago Avenue with a Leica M246 Monochrom

James Rice discovered that Chicago Ave is a street that has many shades and contrasting images. It's a street in transition from traditional neighborhoods to the gloss of new gentrification. What often remains in the shadows is stubborn examples of poverty that never seem to go away.

After the Great Fire: Chicago’s architectural revolution

From the ashes of the Great Fire of Chicago grew the first and second schools of architecture which put Chicago on the map. The revolution continues here.

The Great Fire of Chicago: An architectural turning point

Chicago's history took a dramatic turn after the Great Fire by turning its growing affluence into an architectural heritage that distinguished it from other cities.

Chicago: Season by season, a change in the weather

They say that Chicago has only two seasons, cold and hot. But Jon makes the most of all four, including the short Springs and Auumns...

Going to Chicago, missing New Orleans, avoiding some hurricanes

It was intended to be a two-city visit to the USA, but hurricanes intervened and Chicago got the full Fagan treatment.....

New Orleans to Chicago with the Leica Q: A camera for all occasions

New Orleans to Chicago and just one camera to record the trip — the versatile Leica Q.....

A postcard from the Leica Society International meeting in London

The report highlights the recent LSI meeting in London, featuring discussions on photography, Leica history, and personal stories. Notable speakers included award-winning photographers and industry experts, resulting in greater creative dialogue and community development.

Leica’s CL Legacy: The future of APS-C systems

The Leica CL APS-C camera system, beloved by many, has been discontinued. Despite its demise, APS-C sensors remain valued for their practicality, cost, and lightweight design, with ongoing community support.

Labour of Love: How Mike wrote 5,000 articles for Macfilos over 18 years

Editor Mike Evans has dedicated 18 years to Macfilos, authoring over seven million words, transitioning from Apple to Leica, and now leading a team of enthusiastic contributors passionate about photography.

The Answers: Choosing between monochrome and colour conversion images

Last week, Macfilos celebrated monochrome photography, featuring insights and tributes to notable photographers, and discussions on perceptions of monochrome images from colour conversions.